We are seeking an Accounts Officer to join our team to support our Association and science teachers nationally through their state and territory associations. This position assists the Association and our team with general accounts and work closely with our external accountant and bookkeeper.

The position is a permanent part-time remote role with the possibility of a flexible working schedule, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a balance between professional and personal commitments. This role can be located anywhere within Australia.

ASTA is an officeless organisation with our employees and volunteers all working remotely across Australia.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a highly organised individual with demonstrated experience working in accounts, ideally within a small business or team environment. You will need to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.

This role would suit someone who is proactive, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple responsibilities. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working in a collaborative environment while also being self-driven to complete tasks autonomously.

You are a good fit for this role if you:

• Have experience in managing accounts payable and receivable processes, financial reconciliations, and reporting
• Possess excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with internal team members and external stakeholders.
• Are skilled at maintaining organisational systems and databases
• Can juggle multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

SELECTION CRITERIA

We are looking for someone with the following strengths:

Essential

• Financial: Understanding of accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, budgets and financial reports.
• Computer literacy skills: Knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets and CRMs.
• Data processing: Use validation and verification techniques with a high level of meticulousness to implement high volume data, correct data errors and inconsistencies, ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
• Strong communication skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effective and clear oral and written communication, particularly as it relates to problem solving and the ability to foster relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills: Excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads, manage conflicting deadlines and adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• Agility: As the Association continues to grow, we are looking for someone who is willing to be flexible and work with us to build the journey ahead.
• A team player: Able to work with diverse teams, provide strategic and operational support to all levels and develop collaborative, supportive professional relationships.
• Remote working: Able to work remotely, including access to internet and phone services.

Ready to make a difference whilst enjoying a work life balance? Join our team and help us shape the future of science education.

For more information please email: [email protected] using the subject line: Accounts Officer - Remote / Work from Home enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.